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Fisher County, Texas

4 ZIP codes · Avg score 74/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03

Within Fisher County's 4 tracked ZIP codes, safety indicators remain above the national average with few health-based violations on record.

How Fisher County Compares

Fisher County74/100
Texas avg82/100
National avg68/100

How Fisher County Compares

B
County Grade
74/100
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
6
Water Systems

Fisher County scores 8 points below the Texas state average (82/100) and 6 points above the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

B
County Grade
74
Avg Safety Score
4
ZIP Codes
Best ZIP: 79543 (86/100)
Lowest ZIP: 79560 (66/100)
$73K
Median Home Value
$1,667
Avg Remediation (228% of home value)

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 14 (asthma 9.7%, diabetes 14.5%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,328, driven primarily by energy_code_gap

Infrastructure: 0.468% avg pipe failure probability, 75% of ZIPs at high risk

89% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

↑ Worsening trend

EPA violation counts by year across Fisher County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
1 (1 health)
2022
6 (6 health)
2023
4 (4 health)
2024
18 (18 health)
2025
4 (4 health)

Peak year: 2024 with 18 violations. Past 5 years: 33 total (33 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 9.7% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.5% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 36.1% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1965
Median Build Year
89%
Pre-1978 Housing
47%
Pipe Failure Probability
75%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,328

Energy Code Gap $540/yr
Water / Lead $338/yr
Wildfire $300/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

1,737 housing units in Fisher County

Pre-1940 10%
1940–1959 36%
1960–1979 38%
1980–1999 7%
2000+ 8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Fisher County

$73K
Median Home Value
$1,667
Est. Remediation Cost
2.3%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value moderate burden

Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Fisher County residents

Asthma 9.7% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 14.5% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 36.1% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water Systems with Most Violations

Top 5 systems in Fisher County ranked by EPA violation count.

# Water System Population Violations
1 Bitter Creek Water Supply Corporation South 2,973 84
2 Sylvester Mccaulley Water Supply Corporation 717 84
3 City of Rotan 1,983 78
4 D P & R Water Supply Corporation 699 78
5 City of Roby 1,147 6

6 total water systems serve Fisher County.

All ZIP Codes in Fisher County

4 ZIP codes tracked in Fisher County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 79543 Roby 86 A 6 (1 health) $73K
2 79534 Mc Caulley 73 B 0 $217K
3 79546 Rotan 70 B 78 (16 health) $68K
4 79560 Sylvester 66 C 0

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Overview

Fisher County in Texas covers 4 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (74/100).

2 of 4 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 17 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Fisher County?
Fisher County receives a grade of B, indicating generally safe tap water across its 4 ZIP codes.
How many water systems serve Fisher County?
Fisher County is served by 6 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 4 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Fisher County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Fisher County is energy_code_gap. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $1,328 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Fisher County?
The median home build year in Fisher County is 1965. 89% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Fisher County compare to Texas?
Fisher County has an average water safety score of 74/100, which is below the Texas state average of 82/100.

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